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Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’

Artin Music & Friends cancelled in March due to US intervention now goes ahead: ‘Football and music bridge political differences’

Iranian musician Asghar Barani will host the 'Artin Muziek & Friends' concert at the Patronaat venue this Thursday after a previous cancellation in March. The event aims to bridge political divides through the unifying power of music and football.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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